Washington gun control laws require a five-day waiting period before purchasing handguns, up to 60 days for non-residents. The state also prohibits non-citizens, those convicted of certain domestic violence violations, individuals under the age of 21, and others from purchasing and possessing firearms.

How To Apply For A Concealed Weapons Permit

In some cases, a person may be able to carry a concealed weapon. To do so, you must have a permit issued by the state of Washington.

Requirements For A Concealed Weapons Permit

In order to obtain a concealed weapons permit, here are some of the requirements:

Be 21 years of age or older at time of application.

Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien with permanent resident card or "green card."

Have no pending trial, appeal, or sentencing on a charge that would prohibit you from having a license.

Note: Statelaws are always subject to change through the passage of new legislation, rulings in the higher courts (including federal decisions), ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.

Because Washington has strict gun laws, there are harsh penalties that can apply to violations. If you carried a concealed weapon without a permit or are facing other gun charges, then you need to contact a skilled criminal defense attorney in Washington who can evaluate the strength of the prosecutor's case against you and analyze your options going forward.